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Every spring, Central Park becomes a powerful symbol of unity, remembrance, and hope as thousands gather for AIDS Walk New York. In 2025, Gotham Cheer was honored to return once again, filling the route with energy, support, and spirit as we cheered on walkers, volunteers, and GMHC staff throughout the day. For Gotham Cheer, this event is more than a performance—it’s a tradition rooted in community, activism, and love.

History was made in Bayonne, New Jersey, as the city came together to celebrate its first-ever Pride—and Gotham Cheer was honored to bring our energy, spirit to the occasion!

In August, Gotham Cheer made history. For the very first time, our team traveled to NCA College Camp at Bryant University—a milestone moment that marks a new chapter in our journey.

On Saturday, August 9, Gotham Cheer joined an incredible lineup of performers at Sandy Jack’s for a night full of drag, music, and community — all in support of PFLAG NYC, the nation’s first and largest organization for parents, families, and allies of LGBTQ+ people.

We were beyond thrilled to be part of this year’s US Open Fan Week performance lineup — and what an unforgettable moment it was for our team!

We’re thrilled to share that Gotham Cheer had the honor of closing out Season 2 of The Morning Movement Show presented by @joyflownyc! 🎙️✨ This conversation was more than just an interview — it was a joyful celebration of who we are as a team, a nonprofit, and as NYC’s official Pride Cheerleaders.

Every backflip, basket toss, and toe-touch lands a little harder when it’s set to the perfect beat. At Gotham Cheer, music isn’t just background noise — it’s the pulse of our performances. Whether we’re marching in a Pride parade, hyping up a charity crowd, or lighting up a stage, our playlist is carefully curated to amplify energy, emotion, and empowerment. Today, we're lifting the curtain and sharing some of our favorite performance tracks — plus the stories and vibes behi

The Power of a Performance: How Gotham Cheer Energizes Crowds & Causes When the music hits and pom-poms fly, something electric happens — energy ripples through the crowd, faces light up, and spirits soar. For Gotham Cheer, it’s more than just high kicks and dazzling stunts. It’s about sparking joy, spreading love, and creating moments that uplift entire communities

When people think of cheerleading, they often picture pom-poms, peppy chants, and sideline routines. While spirit and energy are essential elements of the sport, cheerleading is so much more than just "dancing." At its core, cheerleading demands a combination of strength, agility, endurance, and teamwork that rivals any competitive sport.

Cheerleading has long been a space of performance, athleticism, and teamwork. But beyond the high-energy routines and powerful stunts, it al

Whether you’re stepping into cheer for the very first time or returning after a break, your first practice can feel exciting—and maybe a lit